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• How to reinstall my operating system | Operating System Media |
| The operating system is already installed |
| on your computer. To reinstall your |
| operating system, use one of the following |
| methods: |
| • Microsoft Windows System Restore — |
| Microsoft Windows System Restore returns |
| your computer to an earlier operating state |
| without affecting data files. |
| • Dell PC Restore — Dell PC Restore |
| returns your computer to its original |
| operating state. Dell PC Restore may not |
| ship with your computer. |
| • Operating System Installation Media — |
| If you received operating system media |
| with your computer, you can use it to |
| restore your operating system. |
| For more information, see "Restoring Your |
| Operating System" on page 131. |
| After you reinstall your operating system, |
| use the Drivers and Utilities media to |
| reinstall drivers for the devices that came |
| with your computer. |
Your operating system product key label is located on your computer.
NOTE: The color of your operating system installation media varies according to the operating system you ordered.
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